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1 – 10 of 271The rapid social changes under way, such as letting women drive and reopening cinemas, largely focus on creating new economic opportunities. They also serve a political purpose…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236599
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Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states have in recent months stepped up regulation on cyber issues: Bahrain arrested six people on March 31 over "defamatory" tweets. The wider…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB231824
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Riyadh reacted to Ottawa’s criticism of the arrests by breaking diplomatic ties and immediately withdrawing investments, trade, students and medical patients, demanding support…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB236709
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King Salman on June 21 named his 31-year-old son to succeed him, dismissing Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef from all positions, including that of interior minister. Mohammed bin…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB221762
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Saudi policy in the Middle East.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB210159
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It will be notable for the absence of most of the Gulf Arab leaders, including Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB273644
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Prospects for the Gulf states in 2018.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB225552
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Prime ministers in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are part of the ruling families. They often combine the role with that of crown prince or sovereign ministerial…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278592
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Nearly a year into the ‘Vision 2030’ strategic plan, Riyadh is also seeking to boost the economy and combat boredom among Saudi youth through some cautious steps towards social…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB219739
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In a packed, high-profile programme, Trump will meet Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders, attend bilateral Saudi talks and address a summit of Muslim rulers. This comes four…